Structural Funds (Hansard, 18 March 1998)

HC Deb 18 March 1998 vol 308 c652W 652W

17. Mr. Alan W. Williams
To ask the Secretary of State for Wales if he will make a statement on the future of the European structural funds in Wales. [33445]

§ Ms Lawrence
To ask the Secretary of State for Wales if he will make a statement on the future of European structural funds in Wales. [33437]

§ Mr. Hain
The Government will consider the European Commission's proposals for reforming the Structural Funds and respond vigorously. There will be detailed negotiations over the coming months. We are committed to ensuring that Wales continues to secure the maximum benefit from the Funds after 1999.